The latest figures suggest the removal of emergency general surgery from the SWAH is putting added pressure on the ambulance service.
SWAH surgery debated at Stormont
There are now renewed calls for Minister Mike Nesbitt to intervene on behalf of Fermanagh patients.
Fermanagh hospitality businesses rally behind SOAS
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IN the latest show of solidarity in the fight to save emergency general surgery (EGS) at the SWAH, local hoteliers have issued an open letter of concern to health authorities. Representatives of the Fermanagh Lakelands Hotels Association outlined the significant and direct threat the service cut poses to the local tourism and hospitality sector. They wrote, “The […]
Public pressure ‘shifts momentum’ in SWAH surgery fight
CAMPAIGN group Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) has said public pressure has triggered a dramatic shift in momentum in the fight to save emergency general surgery at South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) but has warned the battle is far from over. The group reported over half a million views on its social media platforms in […]
Decision on SWAH surgery ‘always in Minister’s hands’
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THERE was much confusion in the community last week after Health Minister Mike Nesbitt ‘intervened’ in the consultation on the removal of emergency general surgery (EGS) from the SWAH, with some mistakenly believing the service had been saved. Following the last-minute cancellation of the major public consultation event that had been due to take place […]
Western Trust confirms ‘pause’ of SWAH consultation
“It is important for the public to note that the temporary transfer of emergency general surgery to Altnagelvin Hospital continues to be in place.”
SWAH campaign shows no signs of slowing
The team from SOAS are continuing to drive the campaign across Fermanagh to save SWAH services.
Safety fears due to Fermanagh ambulance pressures
The NI Ambulance Service has warned of potential coverage issues in Fermanagh.
‘Fermanagh feels duped’ – Save Our Acute Services
Department rejects claims ‘terms of reference’ of SWAH report were changed without notice.
Hundreds attend to support launch of SOAS roadmap
HUNDREDS of people turned out to Fermanagh House on Monday night as health campaign group ‘Save Our Acute Services’ (SOAS) launched a discussion paper on a roadmap for the restoration of services at South West Acute Hospital (SWAH). The document provides a framework for meeting the Department of Health’s obligations in relation to the shortfall […]